Best Bakersfield Community Colleges (2023)

For the 2023 school year, there are 4 community colleges serving 26,016 students in Bakersfield, California.
Kern County, CA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.62, which is lower than the national average of 0.70 (view national diversity statistics).
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), and the student:teacher ratio is 26:1.

Top Ranked Bakersfield, CA Community Colleges (2023)

College
Location
Students
San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield
Private for-profit
201 New Stine Road
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(559) 734-9000
| 740 students
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield College Photo
Public
1801 Panorama Dr
Bakersfield, CA 93305
(661) 395-4011
| 24,903 students
California Aeronautical University
Private for-profit
1450 Boughton Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93308
(661) 615-5915
| 274 students
5300 California Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(559) 734-9000
| 99 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Bakersfield, CA?
There are 4 community colleges serving 26,016 students in Bakersfield, CA.
What is community college diversity score in Bakersfield, CA?
Kern County, CA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.62, which is lower than the national average of 0.70 (view national diversity statistics).
How diverse are community college in Bakersfield, CA?
Bakersfield, CA community college are approximately 81% minority students (majority Hispanic).

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